Have you given much thought recently to Paul’s words of encouragement written in Romans eight? The last half of the chapter finds Paul reminding believers that God hasn’t forgotten them, or us for that matter. Paul implies that regardless of our circumstances God is still in control and will make ...
Read More »The Bible: An Inconvenient Truth?
God’s Word is many things: truth, power, healing, hope, the way of salvation–it is alive. But is the Bible inconvenient? Consider Paul’s words to Timothy: Herald and preach the Word! Keep your sense of urgency [stand by, be at hand and ready], whether the opportunity seems to be favorable or ...
Read More »Surviving ISIS: An Encouraging Story From Iraq
ISIS seems to be all over the news and the stories never end well. They are known for the gruesome murders of many innocent Christians especially in the middle east. Today I want to share with you about a young girl who, along with her family, became homeless at the ...
Read More »Replacing Self-confidence With God-confidence
Self-confidence has limited potential. God-confidence has unlimited possibility. – Renee Swope At the time this article is published, I’ll either be sitting in the London Heathrow airport, be on a flight to Glasgow, or be in a car traveling the four hours it takes to get to a small village ...
Read More »The Standing Ovation That Jesus Christ Gave
Friends, I’m sure many of you are watching the Cavs and the Warriors go at it in the NBA Finals. These games have a lot of intensity, even for the fans. It’s not uncommon for someone to rise out of their seat when their team makes an amazing dunk or ...
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